Billy Talent & Nickelback, Big Contenders of 18th MuchMusic Awards

Bands Billy Talent and Nickelback lead the nomination in this year's MuchMusic Awards with five counts each.

After nominated in the People's choice, the same bands Billy Talent and Nickelback stand greater chance bringing home 'statuette' in this year's MuchMusic Awards after nominated for their works.

Leading with five nominations each, Talent and Nickelback are competing with each other in Top Group, Best Video and Best Rock Video. Talent is up for its "Fallen Leaves" video while Nickelback is nominated through "If Everyone Cared". Their remaining nominations are different to each other. Talent is on the list of Best Director and Best Cinematography while Nickelback is under the MuchMoreMusic Award and Best International Video by a Canadian.

The 18th Annual MuchMusic Video Awards Night will be carried out on June 17 at MuchMusic's landmark headquarters in downtown Toronto. View complete nominees here.